Will Fuller - Career Overview

Date of Birth: April 16, 1994
College: Notre Dame
Position: Wide Receiver (WR)

Career Timeline

• Houston Texans (2016-2020)
  • Drafted in the 1st round (21st overall) of the 2016 NFL Draft.
  • Played a pivotal role in the Texans' receiving corps.
  • Notable for his speed and deep-threat capabilities, he quickly became a favorite target for quarterbacks.
  • In 2017, recorded his first 1,000-yard receiving season, finishing with 28 receptions for 423 yards and 7 touchdowns in just 10 games.
  • Achieved a career-high 879 receiving yards in 2020.
• Miami Dolphins (2021)
  • Signed a one-year deal with the Dolphins in March 2021.
  • Missed the entire 2021 season due to an injury, which limited his impact and production.

Highlights and Accomplishments

• Known for his exceptional speed, with a 40-yard dash time of 4.32 seconds at the NFL Combine.
• Achieved a career average of 13.5 yards per reception.
• Provided key contributions to the Texans' playoff appearances during his tenure.
• Recognized for his big-play ability, including multiple games with over 100 receiving yards.

Playing Style

Will Fuller is celebrated for his deep-threat potential and ability to stretch the field. His combination of speed and agility makes him a challenging cover for defenders, allowing him to create separation and make explosive plays.

Injury Challenges

Throughout his career, Fuller has faced injury setbacks that have limited his availability on the field, but when healthy, he has shown the ability to be a game-changing receiver.

Current Status

As of the end of the 2021 season, Will Fuller is a free agent, with uncertainty surrounding his future in the NFL.